Pediatric Neurology & Epilepsy

Pediatric neurology encompasses a wide range of conditions affecting children's neurological health, including developmental delays, epilepsy, cerebral palsy, neuromuscular disorders, and neurogenetic syndromes. Pediatric neurologists specialize in evaluating, diagnosing, and managing these disorders, providing tailored treatment plans and support services to address each child's unique needs and optimize their developmental outcomes.

• Developmental Delays and Neurodevelopmental Disorders: Developmental delays and neurodevelopmental disorders such as autism spectrum disorder (ASD), attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), and intellectual disability (ID) impact children's cognitive, social, and behavioral development. Pediatric neurologists conduct comprehensive assessments, developmental screenings, and multidisciplinary evaluations to diagnose and manage these conditions, offering early interventions, behavioral therapies, and educational support to promote optimal developmental progress and functional outcomes.
• Epilepsy and Seizure Disorders: Epilepsy is a common neurological disorder characterized by recurrent seizures due to abnormal electrical activity in the brain. Pediatric neurologists specialize in diagnosing and treating pediatric epilepsy, offering personalized treatment plans, antiepileptic medications, dietary therapies, and epilepsy surgery for refractory cases. By providing comprehensive seizure management and seizure control strategies, pediatric neurologists aim to minimize seizure frequency, optimize cognitive development, and improve quality of life for children with epilepsy.
• Cerebral Palsy and Movement Disorders: Cerebral palsy (CP) and other movement disorders result from brain injury or abnormal brain development, leading to impaired motor function and muscle coordination. Pediatric neurologists specialize in diagnosing and managing CP, spasticity, dystonia, and other movement disorders in children, offering multidisciplinary care, physical therapy, orthotic devices, and botulinum toxin injections to improve mobility, reduce muscle stiffness, and enhance functional independence.
• Neuromuscular Disorders and Genetic Syndromes: Neuromuscular disorders affect the nerves and muscles, leading to muscle weakness, wasting, and impaired mobility. Pediatric neurologists diagnose and manage neuromuscular conditions such as muscular dystrophy, spinal muscular atrophy (SMA), and myasthenia gravis in children, providing comprehensive care, respiratory support, and emerging therapies to preserve muscle function and enhance quality of life. Additionally, pediatric neurologists evaluate and manage genetic syndromes associated with neurological manifestations, offering genetic counseling, disease-specific treatments, and supportive care to children and their families.
• Headaches and Migraines: Headaches and migraines are common neurological complaints in children, often affecting their quality of life and daily activities. Pediatric neurologists specialize in diagnosing and managing pediatric headaches, offering lifestyle modifications, behavioral therapies, and pharmacological treatments to alleviate headache symptoms, improve coping strategies, and enhance overall well-being.